Chief Internal Auditor
Position:
Organization: Kebronhill Microfinance Institution
Not Specified
Place of Work: Head Offices, Addis Ababa
Opening Date: November 08, 2025
Kebronhill Microfinance Institution S.C. (KHMFI) pioneers accessible financial services, merging vision with action. Licensed by the National Bank of Ethiopia (MFI/071/2024) under Proclamation No. 626/2009, we champion community upliftment by blending profitability with social impact. Committed to regulatory integrity, we welcome Ethiopians, foreign nationals of Ethiopian origin, and organizations to join our journey. With a focus on innovation and inclusivity, KHMFI leads microfinance excellence, empowering individuals for a brighter future. Join our transformative vision and help shape a better tomorrow with us.
Duties and Responsibilities
Plans, organizes, and coordinates all audit and inspection activities across the Company.
Prepares annual internal audit plans, work schedules, and budget.
Identifies high-risk financial, procurement, and operational areas to prioritize audit focus.
Designs appropriate audit methodologies, including sampling techniques and coverage scope.
Conducts comprehensive audits in financial, operational, procurement and administrative areas.
Ensures all audits are performed professionally and in accordance with Internationally Accepted Auditing Standards (IAAS).
Carries out periodic reviews to ensure compliance with policies, procedures and statutory requirements.
Performs monthly and annual evaluations to verify adherence to internal systems and standards.
Evaluates the soundness and effectiveness of internal controls, accounting systems, and administrative processes.
Ensures the Company's electronic systems are reliable, accurate, and efficient.
Reviews and advises on control aspects of new policies, systems, and procedures.
Assesses internal practices to identify risks, control gaps, cost-saving opportunities, and revenue enhancement areas.
Verifies the existence of assets and ensures they are properly safeguarded and ensures efficient utilization and protection of all Company resources against loss, theft, and misuse.
Closely monitors credit administration, especially debt collections and follow-up actions on uncollected balances.
Ensures activities are free of corruption, favoritism, and malpractice.
Reviews, compiles, and interprets audit reports from Branch operations.
Reports findings to the Board of Directors and CEO, with clear recommendations for corrective action.
Monitors implementation of audit recommendations and reports deviations.
Advises management on irregularities and supports corrective action implementation.
Supervises, supports, and coach auditors at Head Office and Branch levels.
Leads performance management processes: planning, monitoring, and appraising audit staff.
Conducts training for internal auditors and relevant staff to enhance audit capabilities.
Reviews and updates audit procedures and ensures consistent application throughout the organization.
Reviews HR decisions (recruitment, promotion, transfer, termination) for compliance with Company policies.
Verifies the adequacy and fairness of HR processes during audits.
Conducts special audit assignments given by the CEO and/or the BOD;
Carries out ad hoc investigation audits when required by the CEO and BOD;
Performs other related activities as instructed by the BOD and CEO.
Terms of Employment: Permanent
Salary: As per the Institution salary scale
Closing Date: November 17, 2025
Job Requirements
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILL
MBA/MSc/MA/ACCA or BA Degree in Accounting or related field
A minimum of 6/8 years work experience, out of which 4 years in banking or Microfinance business and 2 years shall be in a managerial position.
TECHNICAL AND OTHER SKILLS
Strong organizational skills and ability to coach staff in prioritizing workload whilst maintaining a high standard of work;
Demonstrated technical and managerial ability, sound judgment, ability to work effectively with others at all levels;
Effective communication skills;
Computer skills.
How To Apply
Qualified candidates should submit their CV, cover letter, non-returnable copies of credentials and three professional references to: HR@kebronmfi.com
Job Requirements MA or BA Degree in Accounting or in a related field of study with relevant work experience, out of which 4 years in banking or Microfinance business and 2 years shall be in a managerial position. Duties and Responsibilities: - Plans, organizes, and coordinates all audit and inspection activities across the Company. - Prepares annual internal audit plans, work schedules, and budget. - Identifies high-risk financial, procurement, and operational areas to prioritize audit focus. How to Apply Submit your application, updated CV and supporting credentials via email: HR@kebronmfi.comDeadline: Nov 18, 2025, 12:00 AM
Location: , Addis Ababa
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